Each year, hurricanes in the Atlantic tend to creep up on the Southeastern border of the United States, causing thousands of people to live in a state of fear and panic. Hurricane season is by far my least favorite season.

Since my freshman year, I have had to evacuate the Charleston area due to the thousand year flood, hurricane Matthew, and Hurricane Irma. So many thoughts loom in the back of my mind when hurricane season starts, and although the list is rather long, here are just a few!

1. Should I prepare an emergency kit just in case? 

If you are anything like me, you are a planner. My thought on hurricane season is that you can never be too prepared.

Yes, prepare a kit just in case with some essentials like a gallon of water, a flashlight, a generator (if you have one), nonperishable foods, clothes, medicines and essential toiletries.

2. Should I evacuate? 

Yes! Get the heck out of where the hurricane is coming!

Be prepared for traffic and fill up your tank with plenty of gas to get you home or wherever you are going in order to stay out of the hurricane's path.

3. Is class canceled? 

It is always nice to have an unexpected break in the semester, but an unexpected break could lead to a cancellation of a fall break.

Last year, College of Charleston canceled fall break due to days that were missed, so all we can do is hope that we can still have a fall break.

4. Is the hurricane going to hit my town? 

This is a tough question because before going to college, I never had to deal with the threats of hurricanes. My best bet is to prepare your house for the worst.

The hurricane could change tracks in a matter of days, but you never know how bad the effects will be. Prepare yourself for power outages, wind damage, and flooding.

5. Should I be monitoring the weather channel at all times? 

Yes! Okay, maybe you are not like me, but I like to always stay updated on the weather.

My recommendation is that if there is a slight chance of a hurricane, watch the Weather Channel at all times or download a weather app that provides you with updates.

Hurricane season is a scary season, and the thought of having a natural disaster wreak havoc on your home is heartbreaking. Try to stay updated with the weather, and prepare yourself for the worst.

Lastly, try not to panic and remain calm in the face of danger.